Atty. M. Lawrence Shields III

Atty. M. Lawrence Shields III

M. Lawrence Shields III is a lawyer practicing personal injury, municipal law, children and 8 other areas of law.

Aspinwall Aspinwall 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About M. Lawrence Shields III at a glance

M. Lawrence Shields III is a trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Aspinwall, Pennsylvania. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1972). Educated at Duquesne University J.D. (—) and University of Pittsburgh B.S. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Aspinwall, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • M. Lawrence Shields III is a lawyer practicing personal injury, municipal law, children and 8 other areas of law
  • M. received a B.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • M. practices in Aspinwall, PA

Practice Areas Explained

M. Lawrence Shields III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. Lawrence Shields III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

M. Lawrence Shields III is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Probate

M. Lawrence Shields III is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

M. Lawrence Shields III is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

M. Lawrence Shields III is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

M. Lawrence Shields III is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Aspinwall are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about M. Lawrence Shields III

Where is M. Lawrence Shields III's law office located?
M. Lawrence Shields III's law practice is located in Aspinwall, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Lawrence Shields III handle?
M. Lawrence Shields III focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has M. Lawrence Shields III practiced law?
M. Lawrence Shields III has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did M. Lawrence Shields III go to law school?
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How can I contact M. Lawrence Shields III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has M. Lawrence Shields III received?
M. Lawrence Shields III's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Duquesne University J.D.
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University of Pittsburgh B.S.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1972

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